Support Worker
Brook Street
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Salary
£13.50 an hour
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 November 2026
13 days leftJob description
Location: Gloucester Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour Contract Type: Flexible hours available (including evenings/weekends) Start Date: Immediate
We are seeking a committed and compassionate Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a 16-year-old girl in care in Gloucester. This role requires someone with experience in residential childcare or supported living settings, who can offer a safe, consistent, and nurturing environment while promoting independence.
Provide emotional and practical support to a young person with complex needs and a history of trauma.
Support care planning, safeguarding, and risk management processes.
Promote independence while maintaining safety and consistency.
Use positive behaviour support strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour.
Build strong, trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
Current Safeguarding Children training (Level 2 or above).
Enhanced DBS check (must be on the update service or willing to obtain).
Previous experience in residential childcare or supported living settings.
Understanding of Looked After Children procedures and the impact of trauma and attachment.
Ability to manage challenging behaviour with empathy and professionalism.
Strong relationship-building skills with young people.
Professional knowledge of legislation, safeguarding, and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Confident in record-keeping, report writing, and working within statutory frameworks.
Competitive hourly rate of £13.50
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact
Ongoing training and development
To apply contact: Harry Haward
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Reed
First seen
22 September 2026
Last checked
15 October 2026
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